Newmains, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Newmains is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 5,480. Elevation: 512 ft (156 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Newmains
Newmains is a village and former mining community on the eastern edge of Wishaw, North Lanarkshire, Scotland, 18 miles (29 km) south-east of Glasgow.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,480 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 512 ft (156 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.7851°, -3.8747° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.2 inches (1,504 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.5 inches (37 cm) |
About Newmains
Newmains is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 5,480. The city sits at an elevation of 512 feet (156 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 512 ft (156 m) |
| Area | 250.1 sq mi (647.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.7851°N, 3.8747°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (4°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 56°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 5.1 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 5.9 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 5.9 in |
Newmains has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 38°F in January to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 52.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and April the driest (2.7").
Schools in Newmains
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambusnethan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Newmains & St Brigid's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Newmains
14 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clyde Built Radio | arts, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Linn Jazz | jazz | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Capital FM Glasgow | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Orryy Live | 24/7, bouncy | MP3 | |
| Celtic Music Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Buena Vida | community radio, multi genre | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Regal Radio | blues, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Go Radio Glasgow | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Jambo! Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Heart FM Glasgow | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Sunny G Community Radio | community | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Buena Vida | community radio, music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 100.8 Home Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Stirling Community Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Newmains
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bennie Museum | ||||
| Blackridge Museum | ||||
| Callendar House | ||||
| Colzium Museum | ||||
| Cumbernauld Museum | ||||
| David Livingstone Museum | ||||
| Douglas Heritage Museum | ||||
| Falkirk Museums Workshop and Store | ||||
| Kilsyth Museum | ||||
| Kinneil Museum | ||||
| Lanark Museum | ||||
| Low Parks Museum | ||||
| Motherwell Heritage Centre | ||||
| Robert Owen's House | ||||
| Shotts Heritage Centre | ||||
| Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life | ||||
| Whitburn Community Museum |
Libraries in Newmains
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abronhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Airdrie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Airdrie Public Library & Observatory | 0.0 | |||||
| Baillieston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bathgate Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blackridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blantyre Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bonnybridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bothwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burnbank Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carluke Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chapelhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cleland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Condorrat Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cumbernauld Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Denny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Falkirk Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fauldhouse Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Grangemouth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hamilton Town House Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hillhouse Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilsyth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lanark Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Larbert Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Larkhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lesmahagow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library @ The Bridge | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Street Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Meadowbank Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shotts Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Slamannan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stonehouse Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Uddingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitburn Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Newmains
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Square |
Hotels in Newmains
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Newmains
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Newmains
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Newmains
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Newmains
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Newmains
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newmilns Snow & Sports Complex | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Snow Factor | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Newmains
29 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Airport | EDI | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Airport | GLA | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Prestwick Airport | PIK | Large Airport |
| Balado Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Benston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Drummond Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broomhill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Buchlyvie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cumbernauld Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dollar airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| East Lochlane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fife Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fingland | - | Small Airport |
| Glenswinton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Latch Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mosside Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nethershields Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Perth/Scone Airport | PSL | Small Airport |
| Polmont | - | Small Airport |
| Portmoak Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Kirknewton | - | Small Airport |
| Sheardale airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Skydive Strathallan | - | Small Airport |
| South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stonehill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Strathaven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Thankerton private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Newmains
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Newmains Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Newmains
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Allanton Church | |
| Coltness Memorial Church | |
| St. Brigid's Church |
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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What is the population of Newmains?
Newmains has a population of 5,480 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 250.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Newmains?
Newmains has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 59.2 inches, with 14.5 inches of snow.
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